Civil War Weekend at The Bishop's Palace

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The Bishop's Palace, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2PD
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Join the Wardour Garrison at The Bishop's Palace. Come and see what the cooks are cooking, the games the soldiers are playing, and many other crafts around the encampment.

Please be aware there will be loud bangs throughout the weekend due to the presence of firearms and cannons, this event may be unsuitable for dogs and people who are uncomfortable around loud noises.

Tickets: The Civil War Weekend is included with any standard admission ticket. Pay once and visit all year: All full price Bishop's Palace Admission tickets include access to The Bishop's Palace and Gardens for 12 months (excluding some special events). Buy here: https://bishopspalace.org.uk/buy-tickets/

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  Bath is operating a charging Clean Air Zone. Owners of all higher emission vehicles – except private cars and motorbikes – will need to pay to drive in the city centre. To check if you need to pay or to apply for an exemption or discount, go to bathnes.gov.uk/BathCAZ
 

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   Bath is operating a charging Clean Air Zone. Owners of all higher emission vehicles – except private cars and motorbikes – will need to pay to drive in the city centre. To check if you need to pay or to apply for an exemption or discount, go to bathnes.gov.uk/BathCAZ
  

Opening Times

Dates (4 May 2024 - 5 May 2024)
DayTimes
Saturday - Sunday09:30 - 17:30

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